New York Historical Sites & Points of Interest

New York State is home to some of the richest historic places in the United States, including over two-thousand historical markers, landmarks and monuments. New York was an arrival point and launching point for early Dutch and British colonists who were looking to make their way in the New World.

Colonists encountered many Native Americans including Algonquins, Iroquois, Mohawks and Lenapes, and they founded over twenty forts and other outposts, including Fort Nassau and Fort Orange. Many Americans trace their lineage back to the state, as it has been the immigration gateway for the U.S., via Ellis Island. NY historical markers include a multitude of themes involving the American Revolution, the Civil War, pioneering, and historical structures include houses, taverns, and meeting places. Historic Methodist, Episcopal, Baptist and Catholic Churches are well worth visiting, as well as fanciful locations which inspired the Legend of Sleepy Hollow!